The Islands are Home to an Endemic, Critically Endangered Bird

The Cocos Buff-banded Rail (Gallirallus philippensis andrewsi) is a subspecies found only on North Keeling Island, having gone extinct on South Keeling. Its survival depends entirely on the pristine, predator-free environment of the national park.

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Published: March 30, 2026
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